Lefty Grove Sold for Record Sum by Mack to Phillies
Maryland star Lefty Grove, the International League strikeout king, was sold by Baltimore owner Jack Dunn to Conn Mack of the Philadelphia club for a record price. The deal, completed by phone, follows Grove’s breakout years and his provincial rise from Martinsburg to major leagues, with managers lauding his fast ball and potential.
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Teams deadlocked in Bryant League standings
The Screw Machine and Assembling Department teams are tied for first in the Bryant Electric league with 12 wins and six losses. The assembling team holds the team mark for the circuit. Standings and high single scores are listed for Valentine Flight Johnson Harris Harris and the Harris High three strings, with the assembling team leading in three strings.
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Darling and Boston College praised by visiting coach
Roy Manley, head coach of the Haskell Indians, tours Boston ahead of a Boston College game and hails Darling O Neit and Soslowsky as exceptional players. He foresees power in the Boston College lineup if they unite. The piece also notes the Orioles beating the Athletics 0 to 0, Groves striking out 14 against the White Sox, and Ruth tallying a hit off Groves as one of several baseball references.
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Holmes to Play Benoit Tonight in Pool Match
Don Holmes to face Bandt of Bristol in the state pocket billiards tournament at Holland Alleys. Holmes seeks his second win of the year after defeating Loc here last Thursday, then faces Shaw in New Britain. Standing shows Bristol leading with 10 wins, followed by Benoit and Stone. High runs list Holmes with 18, while Erkes tops police with 32. Week schedule includes Bridgeport Benoit, Bristol Shaw, New Britain Stone, Soccoli Rogers, and New Haven Hanson versus Police.
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Amateur Bouts Shine At Park Theatre Wednesday Night
Bridgeport fans pack the Park Theatre for an amateur boxing card as manager William H Hickey presents ten three round bouts headlined by Bogash with Pete August as helper. Thirty-two youths spar in weight classes from 108 to 190 pounds, including Kelly Hart Gregory Lesko Johnson Stulan Dess Rayder McKane Patricks Lenn Perry and Wargo.
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Norwalk Red Men to Open Basketball Schedule in November
Norwalk, Oct. 26 By wire service The Norwalk Red Men plan to open their basketball schedule November 11 at the Armory against the Silent Separates of New York. The preliminary game features the Armory five versus Port Chester Tibernians. The squad includes McMahon Naumann Clancy Maikin Cavanaugh Mason Tonchak Saddie Mewhahon likely captain. Joe Lonchak, a Georgetown star, also on the roster. Referee Charles E. Mahoney will officiate. A home and home series with Ford American Legion is in the works.
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Battery Plans Fall and Winter Sports at Armory
Greenwich, Gel. By Telegram Service. Battery Y92nd Weld Artillery completed plans for a fall and winter program at the Armory. Basketball under Coach Albert McCullough Jr will begin within two weeks. Members invited to attend practice. the Medical Chief Captain John A. Clarke will join the social event lineup. A twenty-man corps will compete in various teams including a girls team on Saturdays. Bowling team joins the W raternal Bowling league.
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Ambiguous 1930s baseball note hints at team signings
Fragmentary text mentions players possibly joining a Brooklyn Dodgers roster and a catcher named Egan. References to Baltt Philadelphia Athlet e and Yogo appear garbled. Indicates team capacity, Pacific region, and Olsen, but details are unclear.
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The Sportlight highlights early football feats and future clashes
Grantland Rice surveys a weekend of college football with Red Grange's 419 yard day, speculates on Marquette upsetting Navy, and lists upcoming marquee matchups. He laments sportsmanship levels while noting baseball finances and fan seriousness in contrast to other pursuits.
Longchamp Races End Despite Rain Afterglow Fades
Paris Oct 26 The closing day of the 1924 Longchamp racing season saw rain heavy going and a subdued crowd. Trevise II ridden by Henri Semblat won the Gladiateur prize over four miles with McGee second and Mareppa II third. Trevise II's victory marks a season win for trainer Lambert. American jockey Guy Garner reportedly scored a first prize. In other notes, Allen Lewh announces a San Juan winter tour, and wedding licenses surface for Wuntsinger and Miss Margaret Dunn. Dick Breen seeks Three-I League management links. President Bodwater weighs Peoria pilot options after board meeting.
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Westport Bowing League Begins Tomorrow in Westport
Westport organizes a six team bowling league to begin next Tuesday night at 7 20 PM. Nolan of State Street is president with Charles Lunny as secretary treasurer. Teams include Westport Bank and Trust Westporter Herald American Legion Peoples Market Westport Walter Co No 2 and Westport Water Co No 2. A central committee will coordinate, and each game will tax twenty cents for a season fund.
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Atlantic Fleet League tilt at Seaside Park
Jackson Stars defeat Trenton in Atlantic Fleet League game at Seaside Park. Trenton’s football team, led by Lapinsky and Sarivey, faces Vestal in Edgeport while McGovern and Pole starred for Jackson.
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Marines and Army Teams to Clash at Yankee Stadium Today
A 40,000 crowd is expected as Quantico Marine Reserves meet the Navy at Yankee Stadium this afternoon for the Belleau Wood Association benefit. The event features former college stars and notable officials, with both teams stressing the service rivalry and morale impact.
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